$273+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lake Charles (LCH)
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CHI — LCH
Sep 19 — Sep 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lake CharlesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lake Charles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lake Charles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:00 am -
1 stop5h 19m
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1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 8/18![American Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop5h 59m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:00 pm -
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1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 8/20![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:30 am -
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Sun 10/256:00 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:00 am -
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Deal found 8/20![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/84:57 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Sat 12/124:15 pm -
1 stop4h 56m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/285:50 pm -
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Sat 8/2910:31 am -
1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 8/18![American Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:30 am -
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Sun 9/62:15 pm -
1 stop7h 16m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:30 am -
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Sat 9/267:30 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2212:10 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Tue 8/256:09 pm -
1 stop5h 21m
Deal found 8/19![American Airlines logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/304:07 pm -
1 stop5h 33m
Sun 11/16:00 pm -
1 stop5h 26m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$444
Best flights from Chicago to Lake CharlesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:30 am -
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1 stop6h 47m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:30 am -
1 stop6h 54m
Sat 9/267:30 am -
2 stops13h 00m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$477
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/302:22 pm -
1 stop7h 18m
Sun 11/16:00 pm -
2 stops12h 36m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:10 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Mon 9/284:07 pm -
2 stops13h 52m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:30 am -
1 stop6h 54m
Thu 9/244:07 pm -
2 stops15h 53m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/314:11 pm -
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Fri 9/46:12 pm -
2 stops11h 42m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:00 am -
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2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$775
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:30 pm -
2 stops8h 06m
Tue 9/87:30 am -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$1,428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3010:28 am -
2 stops6h 59m
Mon 8/317:30 am -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$1,500
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Lake CharlesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2212:10 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Tue 8/256:09 pm -
1 stop5h 21m
Deal found 8/19![American Airlines logo]()
$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/285:50 pm -
1 stop4h 57m
Sat 8/2910:31 am -
1 stop5h 24m
Deal found 8/18![American Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:30 am -
1 stop5h 54m
Sun 9/62:15 pm -
1 stop7h 16m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:00 am -
1 stop5h 01m
Sun 9/66:04 am -
1 stop7h 34m
Deal found 8/20![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:00 am -
1 stop5h 19m
Thu 9/246:05 pm -
1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 8/18![American Airlines logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:30 am -
1 stop6h 54m
Sat 9/267:30 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:00 am -
1 stop5h 19m
Mon 9/286:15 pm -
1 stop5h 59m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:00 pm -
1 stop7h 44m
Sun 9/276:05 pm -
1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 8/20![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:10 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Sun 9/274:07 pm -
2 stops18h 33m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:10 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Mon 9/284:07 pm -
2 stops13h 52m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$492
One-way flights from Chicago to Lake CharlesSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Lake Charles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Lake Charles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/13:50 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:50 pm -
1 stop5h 54m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:16 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/249:25 pm -
2 stops13h 18m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$463
Find flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lake Charles (LCH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $309 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $273 (American Airlines) |
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ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/3
6:30 am-1:24 pm
1 stop6h 54m
Lake Charles
Mon 9/7
6:12 pm-12:59 am
1 stop6h 47m
$429
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/22
6:30 am-1:24 pm
1 stop6h 54m
Lake Charles
Sat 9/26
7:30 am-8:30 pm
2 stops13h 00m
$477
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/30
2:22 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop7h 18m
Lake Charles
Sun 11/1
6:00 pm-6:36 am
2 stops12h 36m
$482
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/25
2:10 pm-9:06 pm
1 stop6h 56m
Lake Charles
Mon 9/28
4:07 pm-5:59 am
2 stops13h 52m
$492
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/17
6:30 am-1:24 pm
1 stop6h 54m
Lake Charles
Thu 9/24
4:07 pm-8:00 am
2 stops15h 53m
$515
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/31
4:11 pm-9:36 pm
1 stop5h 25m
Lake Charles
Fri 9/4
6:12 pm-5:54 am
2 stops11h 42m
$527
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/2
7:00 am-5:27 pm
2 stops10h 27m
Lake Charles
Sun 9/6
7:30 am-6:30 pm
2 stops11h 00m
$775
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/7
1:30 pm-9:36 pm
2 stops8h 06m
Lake Charles
Tue 9/8
7:30 am-2:30 pm
2 stops7h 00m
$1,428
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/30
10:28 am-5:27 pm
2 stops6h 59m
Lake Charles
Mon 8/31
7:30 am-2:30 pm
2 stops7h 00m
$1,500
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Quickest one-way
ChicagoLake Charles
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - LCH Lake Charles
ORDLCH
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 8/27
3:54 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 51m
$424
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| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lake Charles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Lake Charles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Lake Charles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Lake Charles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Lake Charles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Lake Charles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$248 | Average$444 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |